Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA
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Dover, New Hampshire, is a city rich in history and modern development. As the oldest permanent settlement in New Hampshire and the seventh in the United States, Dover was established in 1623 by William and Edward Hilton at Pomeroy Cove on Dover Point.
The city's early economy was shaped by its natural resources, with the Cochecho River's 34-foot drop providing water power for industries. Dover was known as "The Garrison City" due to its fortified log houses called garrisons. A significant event in its history was the Cochecho Massacre in 1689, a Native American attack in retaliation for a previous deception by the colonists.
The 19th century brought the Industrial Revolution to Dover, with the establishment of cotton textile manufacturing. The Dover Cotton Factory, founded in 1812, and the Cocheco Manufacturing Company, founded in 1827, played pivotal roles in the city's industrial growth. However, the Great Depression and the shift of textile mills to southern states led to the decline of this industry in Dover.
In recent years, Dover has experienced revitalization, especially in its downtown area. The repurposing of old mill buildings for housing, businesses, and cultural institutions like the Children's Museum of New Hampshire has injected new life into the city. The city's commitment to development is evident in projects like the $87.5 million high school and the $6 million waterfront development plan.
Geographically, Dover is characterized by its location at the confluence of the Cochecho and Bellamy rivers, flowing into the tidal Piscataqua River. It's the most populous city in the New Hampshire Seacoast region and serves as the county seat of Strafford County. The city's transportation network includes several state routes and Amtrak's Downeaster train service, enhancing its connectivity.
Dover's population, as of the 2020 census, was 32,741, showing significant growth over the decade. The city's educational landscape includes public schools, Catholic schools like Saint Mary Academy, and charter schools like the Cocheco Arts and Technology Academy. Politically, Dover is a Democratic stronghold in presidential elections.
The city's rich history is commemorated through various historic sites and markers, including those dedicated to early settlers, Native American history, and the creation of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, which originated in Dover. This blend of historical significance and modern development makes Dover a unique and dynamic city in New Hampshire.
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Histories | Dover New Hampshire Garrison Houses |
External Links | Portsmouth and Dover Still Feuding Over 1623 NH Founding Date |
Albums | The Dover Combination (2) The Dover Combination, signed in 1640, was an important agreement in the early colonial history of America. It was signed by the settlers of Dover, which is now in New Hampshire. | |
Founding Families of Dover (1) Dover, New Hampshire, holds the distinction of being the oldest permanent settlement in the state and the seventh oldest in the United States, established in 1623 by William and Edward Hilton at Pomeroy Cove on Dover Point. Originally known as Bristol, the area saw a second settlement at Dover Neck in 1633. Briefly an independent colony named Northam, it was officially named Dover in 1637, potentially after Robert Dover, an English lawyer known for his resistance to Puritanism. The early township encompassed what are now Durham, Madbury, Newington, Lee, Somersworth, and Rollinsford. Nicknamed "the Garrison City" due to its garrisoned homes built from abundant trees for protection, Dover thrived despite challenges. The town utilized the Cocheco River for industrial purposes as early as 1642, starting with a sawmill, and later developing an extensive shipbuilding industry in the 1700s. By 1830, Dover had evolved into a prominent cotton goods manufacturer, with the Dover Cotton Factory established in 1814 marking the beginning of its textile industry. |
Birth
Matches 301 to 398 of 398
Last Name, Given Name(s) | Birth | Person ID | ||
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301 | BICKFORD, Hannah | 5 Nov 1665 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I9373 |
302 | JOHNSON, Rosamond | 10 Jun 1665 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8073 |
303 | WALDRON, John | 1665 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I3062 |
304 | ROBERTS, Mary | 1665 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8142 |
305 | NUTTER, Mary | Abt 1665 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8128 |
306 | HEARD, Dorcas | 1665 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I2393 |
307 | BUNKER, James III | 1665 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8036 |
308 | BURNHAM, Robert | 21 Aug 1664 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I16440 |
309 | BEARD, William | 12 May 1664 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15045 |
310 | BUNKER, MARY | 1664 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8039 |
311 | BICKFORD, John | 1664 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I9379 |
312 | NUTTER, John Sr. | 27 Dec 1663 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8124 |
313 | HORNE, John | 25 Oct 1663 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4513 |
314 | TIBBETTS, Joseph | 7 Aug 1663 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15008 |
315 | HEARD, Samuel | 4 Aug 1663 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I2377 |
316 | WOODMAN, Sarah | 1663 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19458 |
317 | WENTWORTH, Ephraim | 1663 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I2883 |
318 | JOHNSON, John | 2 Nov 1662 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8075 |
319 | NUTTER, Sarah | 1662 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8132 |
320 | DAME DANE OR DAM, Susannah | 14 Dec 1661 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I16949 |
321 | TIBBETTS, Hannah | 25 Feb 1661 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I10563 |
322 | PERKINS, Nathaniel | 23 Feb 1661 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I10562 |
323 | SLOPER, John | 13 Jan 1661 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15152 |
324 | ROBERTS, Hatevil | 1661 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8140 |
325 | HOBBS, Hannah Mary | 1661 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I3728 |
326 | BUNKER, JOSEPH | 1661 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8038 |
327 | TIBBETTS, Hannah | 25 Feb 1660 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15004 |
328 | TIBBETTS, Captain Thomas | 24 Feb 1660 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4790 |
329 | ROBERTS, Lietenant Joseph | 1660 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8141 |
330 | BICKFORD, Thomas | 1660 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I9378 |
331 | BEARD, Thomas | 1660 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15046 |
332 | DOWNING, John | 1659 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19450 |
333 | WOODMAN, Jonathan I | 26 May 1658 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19463 |
334 | TIBBETS, Mary | 15 Apr 1658 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4789 |
335 | TIBBETTS, Mary | 24 Feb 1658 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15012 |
336 | HEARD, John | 24 Feb 1658 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I9388 |
337 | BEARD, Elizabeth | 1658 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15047 |
338 | PITMAN, Abigail Gabrielle | 15 Nov 1657 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19398 |
339 | WOODMAN, Mary | 22 Jan 1657 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19456 |
340 | BEARD, Joseph | 1657 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15059 |
341 | TIBBETTS, Jeremiah | 5 Jun 1656 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15005 |
342 | ROBERTS, Thomas | 1656 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I3087 |
343 | HEARD, Hannah | 25 Nov 1655 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I2424 |
344 | ROBERTS, Mary | 1655 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I9604 |
345 | BURNHAM, Sarah | 1654 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19481 |
346 | BICKFORD, Mary | 1654 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I9383 |
347 | HEARD, Elizabeth | 15 Sep 1653 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I6962 |
348 | DAM, William | 1653 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I16841 |
349 | CORSON, Cornelius | 1652 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I3001 |
350 | BICKFORD, Elizabeth | 1652 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I9431 |
351 | BICKFORD, Elizabeth | 1652 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I17692 |
352 | DAM, Mary | 4 Sep 1651 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I20032 |
353 | JONES, Jenkin | 1651 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I16060 |
354 | FIELD, Sarah Delano | 1650 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19486 |
355 | BICKFORD, Lydia | 1650 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I9375 |
356 | DAM, Elizabeth | 1 May 1649 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I16833 |
357 | HEARD, Mary | 26 Jan 1649 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4512 |
358 | HANSON, Agnes | 1649 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4949 |
359 | HAM, John Lt. | 1649 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4514 |
360 | LANGSTAFF, John H | 29 Apr 1647 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8093 |
361 | TUTTLE, John | 1646 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I3745 |
362 | NUTTER, Mary Elizabeth | 1646 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I7571 |
363 | HEARD, Catherine | 1646 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I2395 |
364 | FURBER, Lieutenant William | 1646 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I6834 |
365 | BEARD, Mary | 1646 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15043 |
366 | CANNEY, Thomas | 1645 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I20007 |
367 | BEARD, William | 12 May 1644 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15060 |
368 | WENTWORTH, John | 1644 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I7666 |
369 | STARBUCK, Esther | 1644 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I6843 |
370 | NUTE, Abraham | 1644 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I9750 |
371 | LEIGHTON, Mary | Abt 1644 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4055 |
372 | NUTE, James | Jan 1643 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I6913 |
373 | ROBERTS, Sarah | 1643 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4539 |
374 | CANNEY, Joseph | 1643 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I20006 |
375 | LEIGHTON, Thomas | 1642 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I7577 |
376 | LANGSTAFF, Sarah | 1642 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8091 |
377 | HOBBS, Henry | 1642 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I2985 |
378 | BICKFORD, Samuel | 1642 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I17690 |
379 | CANNEY, Hannah | 1641 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I2944 |
380 | ROBERTS, Elizabeth | 1637 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4540 |
381 | CANNEY, Mary | Abt 1637 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15020 |
382 | DAM, John | 8 Jan 1636 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I16839 |
383 | TIBBETTS, Rebecca | 1636 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15026 |
384 | CANNEY, Jane | Abt 1636 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8213 |
385 | WIGGIN, Andrew I | 26 Sep 1635 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I1336 |
386 | HILTON, Magdalene | 1635 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I6748 |
387 | FIELD, Mary Jane | 8 Jan 1633 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19443 |
388 | ROBERTS, Sergeant Thomas III | 1633 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4056 |
389 | LANGSTAFF, Mary | Abt 1632 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8094 |
390 | WHITEHOUSE, Thomas | Abt 1630 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I16832 |
391 | NUTTER, Abigail | 1630 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I3064 |
392 | ROBERTS, Anna | 1627 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4518 |
393 | HILTON, Mainwaring | 1627 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8064 |
394 | ROBERTS, Ester Hester | 1626 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4517 |
395 | BICKFORD, John Jr. #1 | 1625 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I17694 |
396 | UNKNOWN, Dorothy | 1620 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I3088 |
397 | NUTE, Leah | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I5092 | |
398 | HAYES, Elizabeth | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4479 |
Death
Matches 301 to 311 of 311
Last Name, Given Name(s) | Death | Person ID | ||
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301 | HILTON, John | 26 Nov 1640 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I8066 |
302 | FURBER, TEMPERANCE | 15 Aug 1635 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I6907 |
303 | TIBBETTS, Samuel | 1635 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I15025 |
304 | BICKFORD "OF DEVON", John | 1626 | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I17700 |
305 | WILLEY, Abigail | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19429 | |
306 | WHITEHOUSE, Pomfret | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I16846 | |
307 | PERKINS, Mary F | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I4340 | |
308 | LEATHERS, Edward | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19395 | |
309 | LATHRISKE, Esther | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I19396 | |
310 | HARTFORD, Mark | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I3584 | |
311 | GOODWIN, Richard | Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA | I9072 |